It is natural for us to be focused on the now. Many of us though, hold on the present too firmly we miss on looking behind the past, and living in light of the future. Paul addresses this single-mindedness and shows that having points of reference to balance and anchor our faith influences largely how we live our lives.

It is normal to have questions with things that are new. Especially with matters of faith, paradigm shifts or new lessons invite genuine query. Paul addresses questions and points them to the right answer. 

After Paul breaks down the Jewish legalistic mindset that may have carried over to Christinas in Rome, Paul pivots to show how justification intersects with life and it's challenges by revealing three (triple A) blessings justification brings to us in times of suffering: 1) access to God; 2) a meaning for suffering and; 3) a sure hope.